Pizza Express

My friend was playing a gig in their jazz club so this was my first experience here and it didn’t disappoint. The food was amazing, they had a great Christmas menu with lots of selection and the atmosphere with the lights and setting of tables was stunning. The service was slightly slow once the act had started but that’s understandable as you don’t want to distract them. Will be back again.

Very nice atmosphere, music may be a bit too loud but it’s very nice music so it’s fine. Service was on the good side, a bit slow but still good. Food was fine, the wine tasted possibly corked, but I didn’t bother. The pizza was Lacking crust, I don’t know if high quality materials were used because it wasn’t very tasty, could definitely compare to a Sainsbury’s frozen pizza.

A really nice atmosphere and great food. If you're not paying attention while walking by, you might miss the main entrance, as it has a somewhat hidden garden vibe. It's one of the places I would prefer to visit again. The waiters are trying to move quickly in a bit of a panic, and while they are well-intentioned, I would recommend they be more patient in explaining the menu. However, please don't take this as a negative criticism. I think sitting in the garden would be very enjoyable in warm weather.

Visited to see the incredible Never the Bride band. This is an excellent small venue for seeing bands, complete with a grand piano. Service was excellent from the friendly staff and pizzas were very tasty.

The food is always delicious and coming to Pizza Express is always a nostalgic experience for me, but my service yesterday was above and beyond. Though I grew up near this branch, I live in America now and decided to have my final meal here. Anna, who looked after me, could not have been more friendly and welcoming and made my last lunch in London really special.

Went to eat for some dinner with some friends. We got seated by a lovely waitress as soon as we arrived! After we were seated we were given a new server. Didn’t catch the name unfortunately. Each interaction with the waiter we all felt was very passive aggressive and that he had a lot of attitude making us feel extremely uncomfortable and unwelcome. We had all downloaded the app to claim a reward, we had explained this to our server, when it was time to pay our bill we had asked the server to put our rewards on to which he rudely replied that we should’ve done it on the app. He had never mentioned this any time prior and made it out like this was our fault. I had said to him that I felt the service we had recieved was appalling to which all he responded to this was with a shrug and a ‘that’s fine’ no apology or anything. I feel as though me and my friends were judged by this server, considering we had a bill that rounded up to about £170 we all feel as though we wasted money since the experience was awful. I can definitely speak on behalf of everyone who was with me that night that we will not be returning to Kings Road Pizza Express. There were also many different interactions with said waiter that were all just very impolite. I myself work in hospitality so we were all very respectful customers so not too sure why we got treated the way we did.

We weren't at all sure about seeing the Milkmen, one of our favourite rocking blues bands, in this sort of environment, but it was really special. A great intimate gig!

HIGHLY RECOMMEND!! 😁 The staff are all very kindhearted and friendly people, and not to mention the food is to die for! If I were to recommend something specific, it would have to be the Honeycomb Cream Slice. It is essentially a decadent piece of cheesecake with salted caramel pieces in the middle, served with ice cream and chocolate drizzled on the top. If you like cheesecake, you can’t go wrong! Tell your friends, say hi to Francesca, and of course… enjoy :)

Came with a large group but the service was good and uncomplicated. Food came out quick and when they ran out of aperol the bartender came to apologize and give another recommendation.

Pizza Express is one of our go to places with our you g kids. They love the food, the service is great for families and they are so accommodating with children. Always feel comfortable here for an easy meal and the food is perfectly fine!

We sat outside and it was freezing. Their outdoor heating wasn't working. Staff is nice but understaffed. They helped us to move inside. My pizza, 4 cheese pizza, came with jam on it. What a horrible idea. Their specialty romano pizza is too thin and not much fillings on top. Overall it's a disappointment.

I don't think they are well suited for carry out, or take away as they say here. It wasn't clear where to place the order. When I did find the place to put the order, it was not staffed. Our pizza were out in record time, because I think they spent less then required time in the oven. Our Extra thin Roman style pies were soft and flimsy with no color on the bottom of the soft crust. Order your super well done!

Great food, good for families with high-chairs etc. Tasty deserts and good coffee. Great alternative Sunday lunch! Would go again :)

I got a sweet little story for this particular Pizza Express at Kings Road... ...It was late afternoon and it was cold, we were looking for a place to warm up and regain energy. Pizza Express is never a let down, we decided to rest there. My favourite snack are the warm dough balls which come with garlic butter, watch your breath! When the dessert arrived, I was in for a surprise, all over the plate there was written 'Bella princessa'. The chef had his laugh I guess, sweetening up his day. For sure I appreciated his guesture, what honor - what a flirt! I tell you the Italians are charmers ...this must be hard work to deliver every lady visiting his Pizza Express an extra love message in form of a chocolate decoration. I am sure he keeps himself busy.

I haven't found any other pizza places in the immediate vicinity, so for that reason alone, Pizza Express deserves a free pass (barely). However, truth be told, the pizza here is not very good. The taste sits somewhere on the scale between a passable slice and an old pizza box. If you're absolutely craving cheese/sauce/dough and/or have stumbled out of the Chelsea Potter after a few drinks, this place will do. Otherwise, you should probably avoid it.

I fail to see a single good reason why someone should eat at pizza express unless, as happened to me yesterday, they are cold, on a late bank holiday night, have just discovered that their favorite pizza place in London further down King's road is closed and, most of all, they've never been to any other pizza express restaurant before. I give two stars to the place because of this: it was open. Everything else was pretty much appalling (for an italian, at least): starting from the electric ovens - where small pizzas made with a spongy and rubbery dough, a dark, low quality tomato sauce and the worst mozzarella I've eaten in years are cooked (too much) in metal pans (sigh) - and ending with the horrific ambience, made dull and depressing by the low lights, the marble tables with no table cloths (and chippings everywhere) and the paper napkins. The pizza is, simply said, the worst I remember having in a public place. Even Pizza Hut (god forbid) is better than this. I don't know English well enough to choose the right adjectives but I hope that my dissatisfaction emerges clear enough by what I'm able to write. Frankly: apart from the fact that it's not "italian" in any possible way (I'm not that interested in authenticity, when creativity can compensate), it's simply something that no one that vaguely loves pizza can find enjoyable. The rest of the servings I've had the pleasure trying at the place were a "risotto con porcini" where the rice grains were flabby and mealy (and served with ROCKET aside...), and a dreadful merlot that seemed mixed with water. In addition to this, they managed to get the wrong pizza prepared for me. What else could I add to comment this disaster? If it's true that "if you've been to one PE you've been to them all" I'd recommend avoiding them all.

If you have been to one Pizza Express you have been to them all. . . However, this one is nice in that the building is cool and there is outdoor seating. They have nice heat lamps outdoors which is a must for outdoor seating in London. . . If you haven't been to a Pizza Express, it is not going to disappoint you, but it is also not going to wow you. The food is always ok, always consistent. In the summer they usually have a selection of ice creams that are available from the street. Which is a nice touch for all the Kings Road shoppers.

Fine. Loud. Great for young kids. Food ok, enjoyed one of the salads. Would only go back if young kids in our group.

You'd be forgiven for thinking you had accidentally just stumbled into children's party when you walk in. Screaming kids running around, yummy mummies, and the array of BMW level buggies 'parked' all over the restaurant. It is frankly a bit annoying. The two level restaurant serves a good selection on pizza's that when good, are enjoyable.The problem is that it is a bit hit or miss as to whether you will get a soggy, mushy pizza or one that is crispy and tasty. The service staff are indifferent, probably just trying to function through the noise and maneuver around all the kids and buggies. Its a shame that with such a prime location on the King's Road, and with a lack of pizza places, that this eatery isn't more satisfactory. Instead it is more a spot to eat at by default and only because there isn't something better near by.

Not so good - I had the margarita pizza, which seemed under cooked and nary a crispy crust in bite. Very sad. Pluses: located in a historic building with a decent patio. Wouldn't recommend.

Cool historic location, but in the end, it is still Pizza Express. up to you to say if that is good or bad.....

Hadn't ever been to this PE location. We were having a Sunday wander along the King's Road and thought it seemed as good an option as any for an easy dinner. Service was great. Food was so-so. I tried the new "speciale" dough balls with cheese and they were ok, but I think I still prefer the regular variety. I've had better meals from other PE locations. Nothing bad, but nothing to write home about. But the service was particularly good, even as we had 2 servers through a shift change. :)

Came here for jazz night and it was really fun. Great music, food, and company! Get there early to snap up a good seat.

Typical Pizza Express food in a great location, both for the street (King's Road) and the setting in itself, a beautiful building with lots of outside space. Also, I have found this Pizza Express to have better service than others I have been in. A great budget option for a meal out on a shopping day, especially with the vouchers around and the Tastelondon 50% off food offer on all days except Fri and Sat night.

Better than your average Pizza Express because of the enormous venue alone (apparently Eric Clapton once lived there) it's always packed with Sloane Rangers (you can avoid the more annoying ones by sticking to the ground floor). Standard Pizza Express menu with unremarkable service, it's a good budget option in an otherwise pricey neighbourhood.

Extremely rude waitstaff. Made we wait a very long time for a table, and then were indignant when I asked what was taking so long (tables appeared to be available). Really, don't bother. It's a mediocre chain, anyway.

So, the wait staff were very nice, the patio is really lovely and the service was good, definitely didn't experience any of the rudeness other reviews mention. But, this restaurant has totally blown my idea that Pizza Express is a pretty solid chain-restaurant choice with consistent pizzas. My Fiorentina pizza was so undercooked in the dough department it was slimy and disgusting. Yet somehow the egg on top was cooked for so long the yolk was so solid it crumbled when I cut it! So disappointing. Also, my Caesar side salad came with 2 tiny anchovies! Just 2! Rubbish!

Very standard chain, but the pizza is actually delicious. They are pretty much everywhere, and a great go-to if you aren't feeling creative.

Massive place in a great setting but otherwise, quite ordinary. Pizza Express can't be beaten for pizza - and the prices don't reflect that it's on the King's Road luckily. Standard menu, standard prices. Always go for the Romana base - much better!

Just back to our hotel from Pizza Express Kings Road - service appalling! TOTALLY UNINTERESTED IN THEIR CUSTOMERS & THEIR EXPERIENCE. Not once asked if we were enjoying our meal, if we needed anything. Staff were putting chairs up & clattering about in the kitchen in complete disregard of customers who were still finishing their meals - extremely disappointed, not a patch on the quality of service we get in our local Edinburgh Pizza Express.

I love this location! Went here last night, and had dough balls with garlic butter to start, then had the Da Morire Romana pizza afterwards. Also split a bottle of white wine with my friend. Delicious! Excellent service, friendly and attentive waiters. Trendy venue. I've heard it's the original Pizza Express, though not sure if that's true.